Autonomy Stele Unveiled in Vienna

The stele, unveiled in the presence of the Italian Ambassador Giovanni Pugliese, is intended to inform the public about the history of South Tyrol and encourage reflection, said Vienna's Mayor Michael Ludwig (SPÖ). The history of South Tyrol shows how past conflicts can be managed.

Autonomy Stele Unveiled: Board at South Tyrol Square in Vienna Informs About South Tyrol's History to the Present

The Mayor of Vienna recalled the speech by the then Foreign Minister Bruno Kreisky (SPÖ) at the UN 65 years ago, which had awakened the world public to the difficult situation of the South Tyroleans. This opened the door to today's situation as an international model region, said Ludwig, praising the close ties between Vienna and South Tyrol.

The stele is also a sign of gratitude for this, said South Tyrol's Governor Arno Kompatscher (SVP). On the board, they want "not only to tell the narrative of victimhood." In addition to the difficult history under fascism, National Socialism, and the fight for minority rights, it should also be told "that there is another way." The conflict was resolved "on the basis of international law, with diplomacy and the involvement of international organizations" and not through violence, emphasized the South Tyrolean Governor.

This not only led to no more bombs exploding but also to the region developing well, emphasized Kompatscher, while simultaneously advocating for an open, pluralistic, liberal society that nurtures its roots. During his visit to Vienna on Monday, Kompatscher also met with Infrastructure Minister Peter Hanke (SPÖ). Among other things, they exchanged views on the topics of transit and the Brenner Base Tunnel, according to the two offices.

(APA/Red)

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